Local Vic

Category: Something Unique

  • Coombe – The Melba Estate

    Welcome to Coombe – The Melba Estate, a place steeped in history and elegance. This enchanting property, once graced by the presence of Dame Nellie Melba, carries an air of timeless beauty and cultural significance. Dame Nellie Melba, the operatic soprano whose portrait graces our $100 note, was born as Helen Porter Mitchell in Richmond…

  • Fun & Learning at TwistED Science

    Children thrive on curiosity and love a hands-on experience over simply reading. TwistED Science aims to fuel the imagination of children by offering a science-based family play zone jam-packed with interactive play stations. TwistED Science aims to promote interest, learning and creativity in science and technology, through creative, imaginative and enjoyable experiences, facilitating futuristic STEM…

  • Largest Buddhist Stupa in the Western world, Bendigo

    Mirroring the size and design of Tibet’s historic Gyantse Kumbum stupa, The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo stands proudly at a soaring height of 50 meters, extending across seven levels, all atop a substantial 50 square-meter base. Our encounter with this monumental temple left us in awe, captivated by its grandeur from the…

  • Organ Pipes National Park – a geological marvel

    Nestled a mere 30 kms from the vibrant heart of Melbourne, the Organ Pipes National Park stands as a geological masterpiece, often bypassed by many. This concealed treasure had lingered on my exploration wishlist for quite some time. Last year, however, as chance would have it, the gaps in pandemic-induced lockdowns aligned, giving us an…